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6-Day Paris, Lucerne, Milan, Rome, Nice Europe Explorer Tour from Paris Tour Code: 443-8325

Overview
Visit Rome (Arch of Constantine, Colosseum), Florence (Uffizi Gallery), Milan, Pisa, Venice (Grand Canal, Gondola Ride), Nice, Cannes, Grasse, Vatican City (St. Peter's Basilica).
  • Visit the dramatic building of Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
  • Visit Vatican City including St. Peter's Basilica, Trevi Fountain
  • Free Hotel Breakfasts
  • Tour available in English and Chinese
  • Overview
  • Day 1
  • Day 2
  • Day 3
  • Day 4
  • Day 5
  • Day 6
Day 1 Paris - Lucerne (486 km)
Day 2 Lucerne - Lugano (available from Apr 2026) - Milan - Venice (476 km)
Day 3 Venice - Rome (393 km)
Day 4 Rome - Vatican City - Arezzo (183 km)
Day 5 Arezzo - Florence - Pisa - Genoa (268 km)
Day 6 Genoa - Monaco - Grasse - Nice - Cannes (405 km)

Day 1: Paris - Lucerne (486 km)

Standard Hotel: Lucerne or nearby city.
Breakfast: Included (Hotel Breakfast)|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Today we will board a luxury coach in Paris and enjoy a scenic drive through the French countryside en route to the mountains of Switzerland. Passing through Basel, located at the point where the Swiss, French, and German borders meet, we will eventually reach the lakeside city of Lucerne, visit the centuries-old Chapel Bridge and enjoy a stroll along Lake Lucerne. Explore the charming old streets lined with boutique shops, purchase local specialties such as Swiss chocolate and souvenirs, and visit renowned watch stores to shop for famous Swiss watches.
  • Lucerne, SWITZERLAND

    Lucerne, SWITZERLAND
    This Swiss city on gorgeous Lake Lucerne is popular with tourists due to its amazing views of the lake, Mount Pilatus, and Mount Rigi of the Swiss Alps. Some of the buildings in Lucerne date back hundreds of years.

    Chapel Bridge

    Chapel Bridge
    This covered bridge that crosses the Reuss River in Lucerne is one of Switzerland's main tourist attractions. The interior of the bridge contains several paintings which were completed in the 17th century.

    Lake Lucerne

    Lake Lucerne
    This large, spindly lake in Switzerland is one of the top vacation spots for locals and tourists alike, and the shores are lined with many resorts and hotels. People come from far and wide for its uniqueness and beauty.

Day 2: Lucerne - Lugano (available from Apr 2026) - Milan - Venice (476 km)

Standard Hotel: Venice or nearby city.
Breakfast: Included (Hotel Breakfast)|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Today, we will visit Lugano first (available From Apr 2026, will replace by Gotthard Pass sightseeing platform in some seasons). Then head south from Lucerne through spectacular Switzerland and into northern Italy, where your first stop will be Milan, fashion capital of the world. Your orientation tour will introduce you to the city's iconic sights, including the vast Gothic cathedral (Duomo). You'll also see the planet's oldest shopping mall, the 19thcentury Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, where you can wander among the boutique shops and have lunch in one of the refined cafes. After enjoying the many delights of Milan, you'll head to another vintage Italian city: Venice.
  • Lugano, SWITZERLAND

    Lugano, located in southern Switzerland, is an Italian-speaking city located on a lake and surrounded by mountains by the same name. There are 17 heritage sites of national significance in Lugano including villages like Barbengo, Bre, and Gandria, as well as libraries, churches, museums, and more.

    Available From Apr 2026, will replace by Gotthard Pass sightseeing platform in some seasons.

    Admission (Optional): Adult $12 / €10; Child $12 / €10; Available From Apr 2026, will replace by Gotthard Pass sightseeing platform in some seasons.

  • Milan, ITALY

    Milan, ITALY
    This city in the northernmost part of Italy is a global center for fashion and design. Its artistic history dates back hundreds and hundreds of years; places like Santa Maria delle Grazie are decorated with Leonardo da Vinci's work.

    Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II

    Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
    The Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II is one of the world's oldest shopping malls, dating back to 1877. This dramatic building features exclusive, upscale stores as well as some of the oldest shops and restaurants in the city.

    Duomo

    Duomo
    Milan's cathedral is the largest in all of Italy and the fifth largest in the world. The groundbreaking occurred in 1386; however, construction was not completed until 1965. Visitors can access the rooftops, which provide amazing views of the city.

Day 3: Venice - Rome (393 km)

Standard Hotel: Rome or nearby city.
Breakfast: Included (Hotel Breakfast)|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded

After breakfast, we will take a tour of Venice, IT by way of its famous canal system. Begin with a waterbus ride to San Marco Island, we will stop at the Piazza San Marco, home of Saint Mark's Basilica, and then see the Bridge of Sighs. Afterwards you'll have a chance to see some traditional Venetian craftwork at close quarters with a demonstration by Murano glassblowers. Of course, the ultimate Venice activity is to take a gondola ride through the Grand Canal, and for most people this optional excursion is a must. We will spend the night in the Rome, IT area.

  • Venice, ITALY

    Venice, ITALY
    This city off the coast of northeast Italy is famous the world over for its many canals. It is actually a chain of 118 islands linked together by bridges and waterways. Venice is world-renown for its art and beauty.

    Bridge of Sighs

    Bridge of Sighs
    This gorgeous white-limestone bridge in Venice gets its name from an almost ironically bleak place: In the 1800s, the windows looking out from the enclosed bridge's interior were the last views of sublime Venice convicts would see before their imprisonment.

    Grand Canal

    Grand Canal
    Venice's Grand Canal is the major canal in the city's expansive system. It takes an S-shaped path through the length of the city, and is used for public transportation as well as tourism; Gondola rides for visitors are popular.

    Gondola Ride

    The canals of Venice are what make this city iconic. Gondolas are special boats designed to navigate these channels. No visit to Venice is complete without a romantic ride down the canals on a gondola.

    Tour Fee (Optional): Adult $47 / €40; Child $47 / €40

    Piazza San Marco

    The Piazza San Marco is the largest and primary public area in Venice. The structures surrounding it date back more than one thousand years, although the vast majority are from Renaissance times. It has been called "the drawing room of Europe."

    Saint Mark's Basilica

    Saint Mark's Basilica
    The Basilica Cattedrale Patriarcale di San Marco is the most famous church in Venice and is known for its unique and ornate Italo-Byzantine architecture that includes five hemispherical domes and fine patterns. It was built in the 11th century AD.

Day 4: Rome - Vatican City - Arezzo (183 km)

Standard Hotel: Arezzo or nearby city.
Breakfast: Included (Hotel Breakfast)|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Your day in Rome starts with a visit to the famous Colosseum. Then get up close to the nearby Arch of Constantine. We will then visit the magnificent Reunification Memorial Hall, the Victor Emmanuel II National Monument. Afterwards, you are heading to the smallest country in the world, The Vatican City. Here you'll marvel at St Peter's Basilica. In the afternoon we'll depart for Arezzo.
  • Rome, ITALY

    Rome, ITALY
    The history of this amazing city spans more than two and a half thousand years. It is one of the most historic places on the planet Earth, and it's artistic and cultural contributions have colored global development.

    Colosseum

    Colosseum
    This nearly 2000-year-old structure is one of the most famous buildings in the entire world and all of human history. At its height, it could hold up to 80,000 people, and was usually used for gladiatorial contests, executions, and drama productions.

    Arch of Constantine

    Arch of Constantine
    This triumphal arch in Rome has been standing for nearly 2,000 years. It commemorates the victory of Constantine I at the Battle of Milvian Bridge. It was built with brick and marble, and the detailing is incredibly intricate.

    Altare della Patria

    This large national monument in Rome was completed in 1925 to commemorate the unification of Italy as one country under the reign of King Emmanuel II. The main statue depicts the goddess of Victory riding in a chariot.

    Duration: Approx. 8 Hours

  • Vatican City, ITALY

    Vatican City, ITALY
    This small country, surrounded by the larger city of Rome, is the center of the Catholic Church and home of the Pope. Famous sights are St. Peter's Square and the Basilica, as well as the Vatican Museum.

    St. Peter's Basilica

    St. Peter's Basilica
    Perhaps the most famous church in the world and the center of Roman Catholicism, this ornate basilica in the small sovereign state of Vatican City has been a place of pilgrimage for nearly two thousand years.

Day 5: Arezzo - Florence - Pisa - Genoa (268 km)

Standard Hotel: Genoa nearby city.
Breakfast: Included (Hotel Breakfast)|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Today, we will tour Florence, IT. Begin the day by taking in a wonderful panoramic overview of the city from Piazzale Michelangelo. Next, we can see a demonstration of the traditional craft of leatherworking at close quarters in a local workshop. From here enjoy a guided walk around Florence's many highlights, including the Ponte Vecchio over the Arno, the Piazza del Duomo and Campanile Tower. Pass the Uffizi Gallery. We will have some free time in Florence before we leave for Pisa, IT to see the Leaning Tower. We will head to Genoa nearby city for the night.
  • Florence, ITALY

    Florence, ITALY
    Historic Florence, Italy is considered to be one of the most gorgeous cities in the world. Its long tradition of art and culture can be seen on nearly every doorstep. Millions of people travel here each year.

    Piazzale Michelangelo

    The Piazzale Michelangelo is located at the top of a hill, making it perhaps the best vantage point to take in a full panoramic view of this marvelous city. A restaurant at the top provides visitors with a good meal.

    Piazza del Duomo

    Piazza del Duomo
    The "Cathedral Square" in the heart of Florence is one of the most-visited places on the planet. It is home to an impressive list of breathtaking buildings emblematic of Italian art and culture, including the Florence Cathedral and Baptistery.

    Ponte Veccio

    Ponte Veccio
    The Ponte Veccio is a Medieval stone bridge over the Arno River in Florence. The bridge is lined by shops, something that was typical at the time of its construction in 1345; they are mostly artists and souvenir vendors.

    Uffizi Gallery

    The Uffizi Gallery is an art museum in Florence, Italy that is among the oldest in the world. It is located in a Medieval palace and houses works by da Vinci, Raphael, Caravaggio, Titian, Botticelli, and many more.
  • Pisa, ITALY

    Pisa, ITALY
    This Tuscan town on the Tyrrhenian Sea in northern Italy is most famous for its Leaning Tower. However, there are many more works of art and architecture to see, and time spent in Pisa will not be easily forgotten!

    Leaning Tower of Pisa

    The world-famous tower built during the Middle Ages is a testament to both human ingenuity and fallibility. The tower tilted because the soil on one side was softer than on the other, and it could not support the tower's weight.

Day 6: Genoa - Monaco - Grasse - Nice - Cannes (405 km)

Meal: Excluded

Today we will journey to Monaco. A walking tour takes you to the grand Prince's Palace before continuing on to view the 1920s Courthouse, the Cliffside Oceanographic Museum, and the Cathedral. Then travel a little further to visit the famous Fragonard Perfume Factory. Next it's Nice, where you'll stop for lunch to sample some excellent local cuisine and warm-hearted hospitality and ends the tour in Nice. OR then head to Cannes, FR to take some pictures at the Palais des Festivals.

  • Monaco City, Monaco

    Located on a headland that extends into the Mediterranean Sea, Monaco is nicknamed The Rock. It has a Mediterranean climate, with an average temperature of 10℃ in January, 24℃ in August and 16℃ in the year.

    Prince's Palace of Monaco

    Prince's Palace of Monaco
    The official residence of the Prince of Monaco, a position currently held by Albert II, this palace was originally built in 1191 as a fortress for the ruling Genoese nobles.
  • Grasse, FRANCE

    Grasse is a town on the French Riviera in France. It is famous for its perfume industry. In addition, it has a former Roman Catholic cathedral named Grasse Cathedral with many paintings.

    Fragonard Perfume Factory

    The Parfumerie Fragonard in southeastern France is one of the oldest factories of its kind in the area, dating back to the 18th century. Visitors can join a guided tour that explore the perfume-making process and history of Grasse.
  • Nice, FRANCE

    Nice, FRANCE
    This city in southeastern France is located on the gorgeous Mediterranean Sea. Nice has been a tourist destination for hundreds of years, enticing first the British and then the rest of the world with is amazing scenery and beaches.
  • Cannes, FRANCE

    Cannes, FRANCE
    It is a city located on the French Riviera. It is a commune of France located in the Alpes-Maritimes department, and host city of the annual Cannes Film Festival, Midem, and Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. The city is known for its association with the rich and famous, its luxury hotels and restaurants, and for several conferences.

    Palais des Festivals et des Congres

    This building on the southern coast of France plays host to the world-famous Cannes Film Festival each year, one of the most prestigious film festivals on the planet. The building has more than 10,000 feet of space and 18 auditoriums.
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Paris, FRANCE 211 Boulevard Vincent Auriol, Paris, 75 75013 (McDonalds Restaurant) 8:45am
  • DROP OFF POINTS (Please noted that the drop off time is for reference only and may vary slightly due to traffic/ unforeseen circumstances):14:00 Meridien Hotel Nice or 18:00 Cannes coast parking
  • Airport transfers (pick up / drop off): Available in Paris (CDG/ORY), Amsterdam (AMS), Frankfurt (FRA), Rome (CIA), Vienna(VIE), Prague(PRG), Budapest(BUD), London(LHR), London (LGW), Manchester(MAN), Madrid(MAD), Barcelona(BCN), Lisbon(LIS). Airport transfer available between 7am and 10pm., $50 each way per person (minimum 2 people). The transfer service needs to be placed at least 15 business days in advance.
  • Please arrive at the station at least 15 minutes before the scheduled departure.

Price Includes

  • Hotel: Twin share basis. For child 2 - 11 years old sharing a room with 2 adults. (Hotel information is confirmed 24 hours prior departure)
  • Transportation: Air Conditioned luxury coach and other transportation listed in itinerary.
  • Breakfast: Daily Continental breakfast including coffee or tea, juice, bread, jam. All others meals not listed are at your expense.
  • Guide

Price Excludes

  • Activities & Attractions
Destination Adult Child
Lugano
Lugano (Optional)
Available From Apr 2026, will replace by Gotthard Pass sightseeing platform in some seasons.
$12 / €10 $12 / €10
Venice
Gondola Ride (Optional) $47 / €40 $47 / €40
  • Prices are subject to change without prior notice.
  • If you would like to join the optional activities, please pay the fee in cash to the tour guide. You cannot buy / use the tickets on your own or use City Passes. The tour guide will arrange the tickets for the group.
  • City entrance and Overnight City tax charges (Mandatory, this fee will be collected in advance when placing an order)
    Monaco City entrance EUR5
    Pisa City entrance EUR5
    Rome City entrance + Overnight City tax EUR20
    Venice City entrance + Boat trip + Venice Local guide EUR25
    Florence City entrance EUR15
  • Lunch and Dinner charges (if applicable)

    Italian Spaghetti Menu

    EUR30

    Fiorentina Steak Menu (Salad, homemade pasta, 1 Kg Fiorentina steak for 4, dessert and wine)

    EUR35
  • Travel insurance, visa fees
  • Any charges for additional itinerary are not listed in itinerary
  • A mandatory service fees for tour guide/bus driver (min. EUR10 /day per person).
  • Excess baggage charges from Airlines
  • Personal expenses such as room service, telephone, laundry service charges
  • Losses or additional expenses: The Company will accept no responsibilities for losses or additional expense due to accident.

Additional Note

  • Physical Demands: This tour itinerary is very compact and requires a significant amount of walking. It is crucial for the group to arrive at each destination on time to ensure we can proceed to the next location as scheduled. Punctuality is essential to maintain the tour's flow and allow everyone to experience all planned attractions.

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